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How to Communicate Effectively with a Real Estate Appraiser in the Appraisal Process

Boston Appraisal

If you are buying or selling a property, or refinancing your home, you may encounter a real estate appraiser who will appraise your property based on its condition, features, location, and market trends and provide an appraisal valuation. The appraisal process is important for homeowners, buyers and sellers.

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Pre-Appraisal Checklist for Homeowners

D Fritz Appraisals

Be Prepared for an Appraisal for a Positive Impact on Your Home’s Valuation. Whether you’re selling, refinancing, dividing assets, settling an estate, or determining capital gains on an income property , it pays dividends to be prepared for your home appraisal. How Do I Get Ready for the Appraisal on My House?

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7 Takeaways: Due Diligence Fee and Earnest Money in Real Estate

Raleigh Realty

Understanding Due Diligence and Earnest Money in North Carolina Real Estate When you go under contract on a home in North Carolina you are going to encounter terms like Due Diligence and Earnest Money. It's important to note that real estate contracts and laws change depending on what state you are in. Due Diligence: What Is it?

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Appraisers: How and Why To Check Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Appraisal Today

Killed by Carbon Monoxide: Appraiser Blamed. Excerpts: For decades, appraisers have been gently reminded to pay careful attention to smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors—especially noting when they are absent altogether. Humor for Appraisers. Read this article on how to check CO detectors. CO Detector vs Smoke Alarm.

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Purchasing & Developing Land - Part 2 - The Process of Purchasing Land

Eppraisal

In this posting, we will follow the acts of contract negotiation and legal settlement when undeveloped land changes ownership. Another measure of value -- land values, not home values -- is information derived from a raw land appraisal. Subsequently, the process of conveyance must proceed.

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How to Best Search for Land to Buy in Ohio [2022]

The Robert Weiler Company

Hiring a real estate lawyer to review all contracts first is best. Another loan option for buying land is a land contract. With a land contract, the seller provides the land buyer with the loan, instead of an institution. Possible Title Issues (Easements, Foreclosure). land appraisers, inspectors, developers, etc.)

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FHA: Cosmetic vs. MPR Repairs

Appraisal Today

MPR Repairs: Guidance for FHA Appraisers By: McKissock Excerpts: If you are appraising a property that needs some cosmetic repairs but meets FHA minimum property requirements (MPR) in its current condition, you should make the appraisal “as-is.” Owners with conservation easements can claim an income tax deduction.